Bristol, FL (WTXL) - The Florida Department of Corrections says a correctional officer at the Liberty County Correction Institution was assaulted by an inmate early Wednesday morning.
The Department says inmate Nathan Diaz was undergoing counseling when he attacked a correctional officer at 12:53 a.m. Wednesday. Officials say he used a handmade weapon.
Staff and other officers where able to immediately respond to the situation and subdue Diaz, according to FDC.
The wounded officer was screened by medical staff, the department says they noted a puncture wound to the head of the officer.
Diaz will be filed for a disciplinary report for the incident, officials have not released the name of the wounded officer.
Further investigations will be conducted by the Inspector General from the Department of Corrections Office.
